Psychology

Pauline Mack

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“My Abertay degree was important as it increased my skillset and gave me the confidence to pursue a career that I would never have thought possible. I was offered my first job just weeks after graduating. Abertay helped me grow as a person and believe in myself. I could never have imagined that I would be where I am now or be the person I am today. Abertay truly is an amazing university. “

Psychology is the scientific study of the most complex machine imaginable: the human mind.

This fascinating degree, which is accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS), allows you to gain a deep insight into the actions, interactions and feelings that trigger human behaviour.

You can switch to a ‘Psychology with’ pathway if you develop an interest in a particular topic as the course progresses and have completed the relevant modules. See course page on website for full details.

BSc (Hons) Psychology

Our academic experts will give you a realworld understanding of how psychology impacts everyday life, so you will learn: • How we understand, think and learn about the world around us. • How everyone uses verbal and nonverbal forms of communication. • How biological and social factors influence behaviour. • How mental abilities change as we age.

MODULES

Year 1

Introductory Psychology Comparative Psychology Introduction to Psychological Research Methods Abertay 101 - Being Successful at Abertay MySuccess modules* Option modules**

PROFESSIONAL ACCREDITATION

The British Psychological Society

CAREER PATHS

• Psychologist • Social Worker • Counsellor • Teacher • Policing • Researcher

UCAS CODE C800

DURATION: 4 years (full time) Year 2

Cognitive Perspectives on Psychology Essential Research Methods and Analysis for Psychology MySuccess modules* Option modules

Year 3

Human Variability: Psychobiology and Behaviour Human Development across the Lifespan Social Cognition Across the Lifespan Advanced Research, Design and Analysis Option modules

Year 4

Honours Project Applied Cognitive Psychology Option modules

Advanced entry is available with appropriate qualifications. Please find further information on our website.

Please note: All modules shown in this booklet are indicative only and reflect the course structure in the current academic year. Some changes may occur between now and the time that you study. *MySuccess modules aim to introduce you to the expectations of university, successful student behaviours, growth mindset, your strengths, and your areas for development.

**Option Modules are modules related to the main subject area. STANDARD ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS Higher: ABBB A Level: BCC ILC (H): H2H3H3H3 International Baccalaureate: 29 BTEC Extended Dip: DMM ESSENTIAL SUBJECTS Literate subject. Passes in English and Maths - National 5 grade C or GCSE grade C/4 or equivalent. FULL COURSE DETAILS

VISIT: abertay.ac.uk/C800